Re: Glenlivet Live Tasting Event, May 14-16, 2010

There are no 100% sherry matured versions apart from Cellar Collections. I have a dramming cask I use at the distillery that is a 1979 butt and is fantastic. Very rich, spicy and dark chocolate, add a citrus creme brulee and you are just about there.Its a light new make and we have to be careful with the use of sherry especially first-fill.

Re: Glenlivet Live Tasting Event, May 14-16, 2010

Palate: This one sits on the tongue well for such a high strength. I still get the apples, and a bit of a citrus edge, maybe even pears. The vanilla is nice, and you're right, the malt starts to show through here.

Finish: Long and enjoyable finish with a touch of apple, but more citrus on the finish.

Re: Glenlivet Live Tasting Event, May 14-16, 2010

Glass: BrandyNose: Vanilla custard doused in cinnamon, warmed red delicious apples, waxiness, sandalwoodPalate: Not nearly as intense as the nose, but rather similar to the noseFinish: long, cinnamon custard

Re: Glenlivet Live Tasting Event, May 14-16, 2010

At present there are no plans to look at anything younger at present. Our focus is on the core range as it stands at present, we have tagets we are looking to achieve first.In 8 years we have gone from 275K 9lt cases to over 600K 9lt cases last year so we have to concentrate on the core range.

Re: Glenlivet Live Tasting Event, May 14-16, 2010

At present there are no plans to look at anything younger at present. Our focus is on the core range as it stands at present, we have tagets we are looking to achieve first.In 8 years we have gone from 275K 9lt cases to over 600K 9lt cases last year so we have to concentrate on the core range.

I can understand, and with a core range of 12, 15, 18, 21 and XXV, not to mention the Nadurra and Cellar Collection, there is plenty to keep you busy.

Re: Glenlivet Live Tasting Event, May 14-16, 2010

Well hello guys didn't realise it was a Glenlivet weekend , won't partake tonight as i've been drinking quite a bit of 1970's stuff from my Fav distillery , will post notes at some point of the 2.74 and BBR 1982 .

Re: Glenlivet Live Tasting Event, May 14-16, 2010

Hi Ian ,nice to see you , i will drop you a line at some point to ask if you fancy being a guest on our weekly Wednesday night chat , about time we had someone on from Speyside after people from Islay , Bladnoch and India !!!